Signature Eugene Home Health | Speech Therapy / Pathologist | PRN | Eugene, OR

Deercreekseniorliving; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a Speech–Language Pathologist responsible for implementing standards of care for speech language pathology services and ensuring adherence to all conditions in the service agreement.

The role involves conducting evaluations, developing individualized care plans, and providing education to patients and families. A master's or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology and a valid state license are required, along with clinical experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state where practicing.
• A minimum of one year's clinical experience in Speech–Language Pathology is preferred.
• Successfully completed a national examination in speech-language pathology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assess home environment.
• Develop individualized plan of care in partnership with patients.
• Communicate with physicians and health care practitioners.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Organization skills

Ability to drive and access transportation

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology

Current BLS CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Speech–Language Pathologist is responsible for implementation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service Agreement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts appropriate evaluations, assesses home environment (as appropriate), and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
• Provides services ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling.
• Provides patient and caregiver education.
• Prepares clinical notes.
• Communicates with the physician and other health care practitioners related to the current home health plan of care.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated.
• Participates in case conferences, in‑services and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate.
• May supervise home health aide in procedures directly related to the speech–language therapy plan of care.
• Participates in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in‑service training.
• Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech language pathology services.

Job Requirements

• Must have a master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology and be licensed in the state where practicing.
• If licensure is not required, the speech-language pathologist must have completed or be in the process of completing 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of accumulating supervised clinical experience).
• In such a case, the speech-language pathologist has performed not less than nine months of supervised full‑time speech-language pathologist services after obtaining a master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology or a related field.
• Successfully completed a national examination in speech-language pathology approved by the Secretary.
• A minimum of one year’s clinical experience in Speech–Language Pathology is preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current BLS CPR certification for healthcare providers.
• Has the ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency‑related travel (e.g., community partners, patients).
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance coverage and access to an automobile.

Employer

The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.